Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker (12905, Grade HL3)

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading parks and recreation organization, where you will play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and functionality of public parks. As a Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker, you will engage in a variety of tasks, from cleaning and sanitizing facilities to operating specialized custodial equipment. Your efforts will ensure that visitors enjoy a safe and welcoming environment. This position offers the chance to work outdoors, collaborate with a passionate team, and contribute to the community's recreational needs. If you are ready to make a difference and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in groundskeeping or building maintenance.
• Valid driver's license required for driving Commission vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and public facilities.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment for park upkeep.
• Inspect facilities for cleanliness and safety hazards.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Building Maintenance

Semi-skilled Trade Work

Safety Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Custodial Equipment

Pressure Washers

Floor Buffers

Job description

The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is an award-winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks, and park-school recreation areas throughout Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. In Prince George’s County, we are also responsible for developing the County’s public recreation programs.

The Department of Parks & Recreation has the overall responsibility for planning, supervising, and coordinating all park/recreation facilities and services throughout Prince George’s County. The Northern Region Parks Division (NRPD) is one of three maintenance Divisions within this Department and is composed of eight major work programs: Fleet Management/Trades, Building Maintenance, Area Maintenance, Playgrounds, Trails, Athletic Field/Turf Management, Trash/Recycling/Waste Management, Program Support, and the administrative section. The mission of NRPD is to provide professional, high-quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all parks and recreation facilities and to support the diverse work programs of the Parks & Recreation Department in Prince George’s County and its customers.

The Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker position is at the Polk Street Maintenance Facility in Hyattsville, Maryland. This role encompasses various responsibilities within park maintenance, ranging from trash management to landscape care and playground upkeep to facility maintenance.

Work Hours are 5:00 am – 1:45 pm – Sunday-Thursday

All applicants to this job posting will be considered for this and future Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker job openings for six months or until qualified candidates have been exhausted from this job posting, whichever comes first. At that time, a new job posting may be available for application to future openings.

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, park shelters, offices, and other public facilities to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment such as floor buffers, carpet cleaners, and pressure washers.
• Restock restroom supplies, including soap, paper towels, and toilet paper, to ensure continuous availability.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recycling from designated areas, following proper waste management procedures.
• Inspect facilities for cleanliness, safety hazards, and maintenance needs, reporting issues as necessary.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety protocols when handling cleaning chemicals and operating equipment.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including arranging tables, chairs, and temporary facilities.
• Work collaboratively with other maintenance staff to support overall park cleanliness and operations.

1. Pass Commission medical examination.
2. 18 years of age.
3. Two (2) years of experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance or park maintenance, semi-skilled trade work (HVACR, plumbing, painting, masonry, electrical, carpentry).
4. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total two (2) years.
5. Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.

Class/Specification: Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker

May work weekends, evenings, and holidays. Exposed to weather,dirt,waste, odors, caustic chemicals, pesticides, wildlife, and potentially harmful insects (for example, bees, hornets, wasps, etc.). Ability to lift up to 100 pounds desirable.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or301-454-1411(Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.